When it comes to alcohol, there’s no shortage of myths and misconceptions. Many people are unaware of how alcohol truly affects their bodies, behaviour and even their workplace performance. Understanding…
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History of drug and alcohol use in Australia
Australia is a nation where alcohol and drug use has become deeply ingrained in society. Today, we rank among the highest consumers of methamphetamine per capita globally and have one…
Drugs and alcohol affect young and old
When most people think about issues with drugs and alcohol, they often presume it’s the young that are most at risk. However, as a new report has again shown, older…
Organisation gives HOPE to Western Australia
A media article has shone the spotlight on an organisation that for 120 years has likely touched the lives every Western Australian, but many of us still wouldn’t know their…
Where do we spend our hard-earned to fight drugs?
The issues of illicit drugs in Australia are well-known, so what are Australian government doing about it? According to a report by the University of New South Wales, they’re putting…
The correlation between Tasmanian roads and workplaces
One of the reasons that some businesses in Tasmania will give for not conducting drug and alcohol testing is that none of their employees do the wrong thing. However, if…
Driving safety with drug-free driving
While safety on our roads is everyone’s desire – and responsibility – there’s a group of people for whom the roads are more than a way to get to work,…
Staggering SA alcohol testing high
It seems that Justin Timberlake’s drunk driving antics has spurred a South Australian driver to new highs. Or should that be new lows? The driver was caught in alcohol testing…
If you buy drugs online, what will you receive?
If a doctor prescribes you medication, there are many checks and balances in place to ensure you receive what you need, in the quantities you need. If you buy drugs…
Is more roadside drug testing required in NSW?
Easter may have well and truly come and gone, but in New South Wales the lingering concern over drug driving and the belief by some that roadside drug testing in…
Latest survey reveals extend of alcohol and drugs issue
Statistics from the latest National Drug Strategy Household Survey (NDSHS) have been released and show the extent of the alcohol and drug issue in Australia. It also throws up some…
Can you accidently fail a workplace drug or alcohol test?
Can you accidently fail a workplace drug test because of something you’ve eaten? Can you fail an alcohol test even though you believe you haven’t consumed any alcohol? From the…
How do you interpret a laboratory report for drug testing?
Here at Integrity Sampling, drug and alcohol testing is what we do. We’re experts at it and we’re passionate about it! However, we understand that not everyone is like us.…
Alcohol testing the only way to know
A viral video of a ‘Dancing Cowboy’ completing a field sobriety test is certainly a hilarious look at the way that many areas of the United States still conduct alcohol…
More roadside drug testing on the way for Victoria
Close to 300 people were killed in 2023 on Victoria’s roads, making last year one of the worst in recent times for road fatalities. Police have urged motorists to take…
New year, new workplace drug and alcohol management focus
As many of us are getting back to work after a festive season break, it can be tempting to spend your time clearing emails and catching up on day to…
Nearly 50 tonnes of illegal drugs seized by AFP and partners
Authorities prevented nearly 50 tonnes of illegal drugs from reaching Australia in the 2022-23 financial year. To put this in perspective, that’s the equivalent weight of around 25 large cars…
Cannabis + vaping = increased use of substances
There’s plenty of research that shows the negative impacts of cannabis and the same goes for vaping. But what happens when you vape cannabis? In a recent report published in…
Festive greetings. Stay safe.
As we approach the year-end in the workplace, the next few weeks are very significant in terms of safety. For business owners, managers and supervisors, it’s an opportune moment to…
Cannabis and opioids: 20-year study findings
A 20-year study has found that cannabis should not be considered an effective long-term strategy for reducing opioid use. The study into the relationship between cannabis and opioids, led by…